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Wooden Sandpits for Backyard Play

You can buy wooden sandpits online in Australia from All Things For Kids. This collection includes outdoor sandpits designed for backyard use, suitable for toddlers and young children. Wooden sandpits provide a dedicated space for sensory and imaginative outdoor play, and children commonly use them for digging, building and creative play activities at home.

This range includes sandpits with features such as built-in bench seating, timber lids and sun canopies. Product pages list dimensions, recommended age ranges and the amount of sand required so you can choose a suitable option for your space.

Primarily timber sandpits designed for outdoor use Options with lids, bench seats or shade canopies Suitable for toddlers and younger children depending on model Assembly support available in many areas
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Wooden sand pit cover with blue sand compartments on a white background
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Lifespan Kids Wooden Cover for Mighty Sandpit

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Lifespan Kids Wooden Cover for Playfort Sandpit

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Plum® Store-it Wooden Sand Pit

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Lifespan Kids Playfort Sandpit

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Lifespan Kids Strongbox Square Sandpit - Extra Large

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Lifespan Kids Mighty Rectangular Sandpit

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Plum® Giant Octagonal Wooden Sand Pit

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Plum Play Kids Wooden Sand And Water Table

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Lifespan Kids Wrangler Sandpit

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Keezi Kids Wooden Hexagon Sandpit

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Keezi Kids Metal Sandpit with Canopy

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Keezi Kids 26 Piece Sand and Water Play Table with Umbrella - Imaginary Play
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Keezi Kids 26 Piece Sand and Water Play Table with Umbrella

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Why Sand Play Genuinely Matters

Coordination

Scooping, pouring and shaping sand with hands and tools builds fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination over time.

Social Skills

A sandpit is naturally shared play. Turn-taking, negotiating roles and building something together all happen without adults needing to orchestrate it.

Creativity & Calm

Open-ended and screen-free, sand play supports imaginative storytelling, and many parents notice it has a genuinely calming, focusing effect on kids.

Choosing a Shape and Size

Sandpits come in square, rectangular, octagonal and novelty shapes like our boat-styled options. Size matters more than shape for most families, here's a rough guide based on our range:

Size RangeSuits
Around 120cm x 39cmCompact yards, one or two younger children
Around 150cm – 170cmMost family backyards, comfortably fits a few kids playing together
Octagonal, up to 206cm diameterLarger families or shared/multi-child use, more room to spread out

Covers, Lids & Canopies Explained

  • ✓Fabric covers: UV-resistant and waterproof, they keep rain and debris out between play sessions without fully sealing the pit.
  • ✓Timber lids: a solid hardwood cover that slides or lifts into place, offering the most complete protection against weather and animals.
  • ✓Shade canopies: reduce direct sun exposure while playing, keeping both kids and the sand itself cooler on hot days.
  • ✓Why it matters: an uncovered sandpit collects rainwater, leaves, and can attract animals, a cover genuinely extends how usable the sand stays long-term.

Materials & Durability

Most sandpits in this range are timber, generally treated pine that's been kiln-dried to resist rot, fungal decay and insect damage. Look for rounded corners and sanded edges, a genuine safety consideration for young kids playing close to the frame. With basic care, a timber sandpit typically lasts several years outdoors, a cover helps extend that further by reducing direct weather exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is a sandpit suitable for?

Most sandpits suit children from around 2 years and up, though this varies by model. Always check the recommended age and dimensions listed on the individual product page.

How much sand do I need?

This depends on the sandpit's size, each product page lists a recommended sand quantity based on that model's dimensions. Play sand is sold separately in most cases.

Should I get a sandpit with a cover?

We'd recommend it. A cover, lid or canopy keeps rain, leaves and animals out between uses, and helps the sand last considerably longer than leaving it exposed year-round.

Can a sandpit stay outside all year?

Yes, timber sandpits are designed for outdoor use. Using a cover and placing it somewhere with reasonable drainage will help extend its lifespan through Australian weather.

Do you offer assembly?

Assembly is required for most sandpits and generally straightforward. Assembly quotes are available if you'd rather leave the setup to us, just let us know your postcode.

Do you offer layby or price matching?

Yes, we offer a price match guarantee comparing total delivered cost, and traditional no-interest layby. Get in touch and we'll sort out the details.

Delivery Information

Several sandpits in this range ship free. Most dispatch within 1 to 3 business days, with delivery times varying by location, metro areas are generally faster, while regional and remote areas may take a little longer.

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Shop Sandpits by Location

Looking for sandpits in your area? Browse our location-specific pages for delivery information and backyard buying tips.

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Why Shop With All Things For Kids

Established 2012

We've been helping Australian families since 2012, with over 12,000 happy customers.

Price Match Guarantee

Found it cheaper elsewhere? Let us know and we'll do our best to match it, comparing total delivered cost.

Easy Returns

Changed your mind? Request a return within 30 days, item unused and in original packaging.

Layby Available

Pay it off over time with simple, no-interest layby.

Assembly Available

We have assembly options to make setup easier, just ask for a quote.

12 Month Warranty

Minimum 12 month warranty against wood rot and insect damage, plus lifetime support.

Easy Returns

Change of Mind? We have you covered

Lifetime Product Support

We will support you for the life of the product

Product Assembly

We have assembly options to make your life easier

Established 2012

We have been helping Australian families since 2012

Price Match

We compare the total delivered cost — product plus shipping. Pop in the details and we’ll do our best to beat it. See our policy.

Tip: include any coupon used + their shipping to your address.

Assembly Quote

Tell us where it’s going. We’ll price it up.

Traditional Layby Quote

We’ll build a simple plan that suits your budget.

NDIS Quote

Self-managed or plan-managed, we’ll prepare an itemised quote for you.

Easy Returns

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Warranty & Support

Minimum 12-month warranty on all products plus friendly lifetime support.